Gastro Health - Maryland

09/04/2026

Our care centers will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7th in observance of Labor Day. Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing holiday weekend!

09/01/2026

A Crohn's stricture can create challenges for your diet, but Gastro Health's Dr. Pornchai Leelasinjaroen shared tips and strategies with Everyday Health.

With strictures, or narrowing of the gastrointestinal tract, modifying your diet can help you avoid blockages or obstructions. Find out what changes experts recommend.

08/21/2026

Does your p**p stick to the toilet bowl? There's a chance your bowel movements are trying to tell you something. Gastro Health's Dr. Asma Khapra told the HuffPost what might be going on.

There's a chance your bowel movements are trying to tell you something. Here's what might be going on.

08/17/2026

Is it THAT bad to swallow gum? Gastro Health's Dr. Lilly Gonzalez spoke with Martha Stewart about how it really affects the digestive system.

What really happens when you swallow gum? Experts explain how your body processes it, whether it's harmful, and who should be cautious while chewing.

07/23/2026

Gastro Health's Dr. Aditi Stanton spoke to Everyday Health about what to do if it seems like your ulcerative colitis treatment is failing.

Treatment failure occurs when an ulcerative colitis medication isn’t helping symptoms. Most important, know that it’s not your fault. Learn what to do next.

07/13/2026

Our Team had a great time at Anne Arundel River Days this weekend!

07/10/2026

How much is too much gas? Gastro Health's Dr. Lee spoke with PARADE Magazine about what frequent flatulence might mean for your health.

Everyone passes gas, but how much is too much?

07/07/2026

If you're 45 and have not scheduled your colonoscopy yet, we're looking at you!

The recommended age to begin regular colon cancer screening used to be 50, but has been lowered to age 45.

If you have a family history of cancer, certain GI symptoms, or other risk factors you may need to begin screening even sooner.

When detected early, colon cancer is often treatable and beatable.

Talk to your gastroenterologist and schedule your colonoscopy today.

07/02/2026

Please note our care centers are closed on Friday, July 3. Happy 250th birthday, America! ❤️🤍💙

06/19/2026

World Continence Week is a reminder that bowel control problems are more common than many people realize, and there’s no reason to suffer in silence.

If you experience accidental bowel leakage, urgency, or difficulty controlling your bowels, know that you're not alone. These symptoms can have a significant impact on daily life, but effective treatments and therapies are available.

Feeling embarrassed is understandable, but talking to your doctor is the first step toward finding relief. With the right care, many people experience significant improvements in their symptoms and quality of life.

Don't let embarrassment keep you from getting help. You deserve to feel confident and in control. Click the link in the comments to learn more. 👇